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Runna vs Nike Run Club

Runna 4.9★ · Free + IAP 75
Winner Runna
Nike Run Club 4.8★ · Free + IAP 65

Runna offers more sophisticated and personalized training plans with robust coaching cues, making it ideal for serious runners, while Nike Run Club is a solid free option for casual runners seeking motivation and basic tracking.

Full reviews: Runna · Nike Run Club

Runna provides highly structured and adaptive training programs with detailed coaching, but faces criticism for app bugs and a high subscription cost. Nike Run Club is a popular free app offering guided runs and community features, though it struggles with tracking accuracy and Watch integration issues.

Head to head

Training Programs & Coaching edge: RunnaR2R8R11R26
Runna Runna excels in providing sophisticated and customized training plans, with users praising its ability to keep them on pace, set target times, and offer live coaching guidance R2R8R11R26. Many users report significant improvements in their running performance, including faster 5k and marathon times . The app also includes strength and flexibility programming R8.
Nike Run Club Nike Run Club offers guided runs and training sessions that motivate newer runners and make running enjoyable R64R80R86R113. Users appreciate the human coaches, especially Coach Bennett, for their inspiring and personal approach . However, some find the coaching too long-winded and wish for less talking during runs .
App Reliability & Bugginess tieR1R6R10R18
Runna Runna users frequently report issues with the app, including glitches that double up runs, problems with Apple Watch communication and syncing, and audio cue failures R1R6R10R18. Some users experience accidental pausing during runs and inaccurate GPS tracking R26.
Nike Run Club Nike Run Club also suffers from significant reliability issues, with users reporting app crashes, lost runs, and challenges not updating R64. Frequent complaints include automatic pausing of runs and the app signing users out regularly .
Device Integration & Tracking Accuracy tieR6R10R18R26
Runna Runna users report frustrating compatibility issues, especially with Apple Watch, where workouts fail to start, sync manually, or drop connection R6R10R18R37. There are also complaints about inaccurate GPS and calorie tracking R26 and music volume issues .
Nike Run Club Nike Run Club users frequently cite problems with Apple Watch integration, including runs not syncing, training plans not being accessible on the watch, and older watches losing compatibility . Many reviews highlight inaccurate distance tracking, especially for indoor treadmill runs, and GPS issues .
Adaptability & Customization edge: RunnaR3R9R24R28
Runna Runna offers some customization, allowing users to rearrange runs and adjust intensity . However, a common complaint is the lack of clear mechanisms to pause or adapt workouts for injuries or illness, with the vacation mode being clunky R9R24. Some users feel the app doesn't adapt to feedback and increases distances too quickly, leading to injuries R3R24R28.
Nike Run Club Nike Run Club's plans are generally less adaptive. Users wish for features like warm-up/stretching guidance and adaptive plans based on skipped workouts . The app's inability to remove a run from the 'to-do' list is also a point of frustration .
Price & Value edge: Nike Run ClubR4R13R16R17
Runna Runna is a paid subscription app, costing around $20/month, which many users find expensive R4R17R24. While some feel it's worth the price for the sophisticated training R17, others are disappointed by the paywall, especially since it used to offer more free features R13R16R49.
Nike Run Club Nike Run Club is largely free, with users appreciating that there's nothing to pay for and that it's about community . This makes it a great value for those seeking basic tracking, guided runs, and social features without a subscription .
User Experience & Interface edge: Nike Run ClubR1R5R15R21
Runna Runna receives mixed reviews on its interface. Some find it simple to set up and clear to use , while others describe it as clunky, messy, and not intuitive R1R21. There are also complaints about the robotic voice assistant R5R15 and issues with video player functionality .
Nike Run Club Nike Run Club is generally praised for being smooth, functional, and intuitive . However, some users find the choice of runs cluttered and navigation difficult . There are also reports of the app freezing and issues with editing run data .
Customer Support & Cancellation edge: Nike Run ClubR1R7R12R40
Runna Runna users report significant frustration with customer support and the cancellation process. Issues include difficulty changing email, jumping through third-party hoops, broken links, and unresponsive bot support R1R7R12R40. Some users also feel their negative reviews are being deleted .
Nike Run Club Reviews for Nike Run Club do not frequently mention customer support or cancellation issues, suggesting a less problematic experience in these areas compared to Runna.
Pick Runna if

You are a serious runner looking for sophisticated, customized training plans, including strength and flexibility, and are willing to pay a premium for detailed coaching and performance improvement, despite potential app bugs R2R8R17.

Pick Nike Run Club if

You are a casual runner or beginner seeking free, guided runs, community motivation, and basic run tracking, and are comfortable with occasional app glitches and less adaptive training plans R80R86.

Evidence note: Evidence for Runna's customer support and cancellation issues is strong and consistent across multiple reviews. Nike Run Club's strengths in user experience and customer support are inferred from a lack of negative feedback on those specific points, rather than explicit praise.

Frequently asked

Is Runna free to use?
No, Runna is primarily a paid subscription app, costing around $20/month, and many core features are locked behind a paywall, with some users noting it used to offer more free content R4R13R16R49.
Does Nike Run Club offer guided runs?
Yes, Nike Run Club offers numerous guided runs with human coaches, which many users find motivating and helpful for making running enjoyable R64R80R86R113.
Do these apps work well with Apple Watch?
Both apps have significant reported issues with Apple Watch integration; Runna users experience problems with workouts not starting or syncing R6R10R18R37, while Nike Run Club users report runs not syncing, training plans being inaccessible, and older watches losing compatibility .
Can I easily cancel my Runna subscription?
Users report that canceling a Runna subscription is difficult, involving navigating third-party hoops, broken links, and unhelpful customer service R7R12R40R43.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R2] Runna 5/5 · US Half marathon training: I am the type of person that has to be told what I need to do to be better. Runna is a coach that keeps you on pace, target time, and pushes you there. I love it and can’t wait to run my first half with it in my ear!
  2. [R8] Runna 5/5 · US Game changer: I used to train with groups. This marathon training, I decided to go solo. This app is like having your own running coach. It provides strength, flexibility and running programming and schedules everything into a workable routine.
  3. [R11] Runna 5/5 · US Fixes my shotgun start: I’m using this app to help with pacing and work towards a faster run time overall. I like that it tells you when you’re on target or when your pace is too fast or too slow. I’m usually too fast at the beginning of the run and it tells me to slow down and the pace I’m running at versus the target pace. I also enjoy that my watch buzzes to signify when I’m closing a lap so I
  4. [R26] Runna 5/5 · US Workout Model is Great, GPS is off: This is a great training tool. I love the speed and tempo workouts they create. The live pace tracking with coaching guidance to stay in range of pace is very helpful. The app can dim your music while speaking to you, then returns the music volume to normal. The spacing of the pace monitoring is great as well as the encouragement of half way markers for the lap
  5. [R1] Runna 1/5 · US Messy App: As an experienced runner, I thought I’d be able to hop in buy a subscription and be able to use this digital format, but unfortunately, there’s no desktop support to it which is totally fine, but the app is glitching and it doubles up your runs and I have several runs scheduled in one day and I bought the yearly subscription and I found out you can’t get a refund because I don’t fall wi
  6. [R6] Runna 3/5 · US Amazing, when it works.: Many times, the app does not properly communicate with my Apple Watch so I cannot actually start the Runna workout on my watch-face. (It starts to load, but then never actually starts the workout on my watch, and I end up having to use the default Apple Watch tracking feature while also using the Runna app on the phone screen, which probably isn’t as accurate and doesn’t g
  7. [R10] Runna 2/5 · US Apple Watch Compatibility Issues: Good training program however very frustrating compatibility issues with Apple Watch Ultra 2. Every time a run was completed on the watch the run would have to be manually synced to the runna app in order for it to be shown as completed. Sometimes would have to attempt a sync several times before the workout successfully migrated to the iOS app. I talked to seve
  8. [R18] Runna 3/5 · GB Great, but…: This is a really good app in principal; however it’s recently started to drop the connection to my I-watch. I add it back before every run, but it’s usually dropped out again by the end of the run and doesn’t record that I’ve done anything, which is really frustrating. If this was fixed, it would get 5 stars!
  9. [R3] Runna 3/5 · US Disappointed: I used runna to improve my 5k pacing, I was excited because I’ve heard great things. Not only did I run a slower 5k than my usual/previous 5ks but I also had to stop so many times because the plan made me so unprepared. Very disappointed.
  10. [R9] Runna 3/5 · US Works well as long as you have no injuries: This is a great plan for as long as you’re injury free. There’s no clear mechanism to pause or adapt workouts if you have significant pain or injury. The vacation mode workaround is clunky and doesn’t provide guidance on adapting the plan.
  11. [R24] Runna 3/5 · GB Too much too fast: I really enjoyed using the app and the workouts however the speed at which it increases the distance and speed workouts has left me with my first running injury (stress fracture). It could be made easier to adjust workouts, it’s also super expensive.
  12. [R28] Runna 2/5 · US Does not adapt to feedback: I started the New To Running Plan and stuck with it for 10 weeks. It started out great, but after about a month the distances started increasing faster than I could keep up. Despite providing feedback after each run by either putting “it’s too hard” or “distance too long”, the app just continued to ramp up quicker than I was progressing. I’m disappointed, as that make
  13. [R4] Runna 1/5 · US $20/month after week 2: Simply trying to go from couch to 5k. Nobody in their right mind with no running experience is going to pay $20/month after week 2. Misleading. Sad.
  14. [R13] Runna 1/5 · US Only if you pay: The app is essentially featureless unless you pay for it. Free features are almost non existent.
  15. [R16] Runna 1/5 · US So disappointed: I used to love this app! Now all of a sudden they force you to purchase a membership it’s no longer free.
  16. [R17] Runna 5/5 · US Wow: I was hesitant since it is $20 a month but I am blown away by the sophistication and compatibility of this app with my Garmin watch. I have enjoyed every workout including the strength training. I love this app!
  17. [R5] Runna 4/5 · US Almost perfect: Love this app so far - it’s been as good as Zwift or Sufferfest for training, but for running. My only criticism is I wish it had better AI Coach voices aside from the standard female robot.
  18. [R15] Runna 3/5 · US Overall not bad: Not a bad app, I like how it somewhat is integrated with my watch. I wish the voice was less robotic and I could have more then 4 runs in a week for a plan
  19. [R21] Runna 3/5 · GB Not very intuitive: Very frustrating tried to sync with my running buddy but never quite the same and every time it restarted my plan did not acknowledge any of my runs already completed. Plans are okay but doesn’t personalise well enough
  20. [R7] Runna 1/5 · US IMPOSSIBLE TO CANCEL: DO NOT GET THIS APP! The training plans are fine, but it is virtually impossible to cancel, you have to jump through 3rd party hoops and depending on how you sign up you can’t change your email. It is a logistical nightmare, better off with something else.
  21. [R12] Runna 3/5 · US Great for road, room for improvement for TRAILS: 1 star for each of the following areas: usability, functionality, features. -2 stars for lack of trail-specific running and the website not working that is linked all over the app to control your account. To cancel my subscription, I had to dig through my emails, and a link was provided in small light grey font to cancel and it took me to a websi
  22. [R40] Runna 1/5 · US Terrible refund and cancellation process: Links don’t work, customer service is a bot that sends you in loops of entering codes, links, etc. Free trial more of hassle don’t waste your time and money.
  23. [R49] Runna 1/5 · GB Paywall ❌: Locked behind a paywall when it never used to be!
  24. [R64] Nike Run Club 2/5 · US Potential not met: I want to write a good review. The training sessions can help newer runners find motivation. But I cannot ignore the shortcomings. The app is buggy sometimes crashing and losing the entire run. When that is a long run in marathon distance and there is no way to restore or remake it? That sucks. Some portions of the app (rate run effort lock up and won’t let you press the checkb
  25. [R80] Nike Run Club 5/5 · US Changed my running completely: Used to hate running. Totally chore for me. Nike Run Club turned it into something I truly enjoy. Thank you so much!
  26. [R86] Nike Run Club 5/5 · US Best Low Pressure Running App: If you want low pressure, guided runs, and you really want to go from couch to runner... Get this App! Simplistic. It made me enjoy running.
  27. [R113] Nike Run Club 5/5 · US Guided runs super helpful: I love having the cheering on, helpful reminders and tips, and invitations for reflection, and congratulations right in my ear while running. It’s made running much more fun and focused for me!
  28. [R37] Runna 2/5 · US Want to like it!: I love the concept and found this app very motivating. At $20/month, it’s too pricey to have so many bugs. The Apple Watch integration does not work and resulted in a workout not getting recorded on my watch nor Runna, which was frustrating! And I had to toggle the sync button and manually import most workouts, which takes a minute and is frustrating. If Runna can fix these two b
  29. [R43] Runna 1/5 · US Impossible to cancel and no customer service: Just a horrible experience. My initial email is incorrect and they wouldn’t let me change it in app terrible user face. No customer service. Please someone from Runna help me cancel!

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store